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politicslocal-news2 years ago•2 min saved

"Sara Nelson Leads Newly Elected Seattle City Council Focusing on Police Pay and Business Tax Incentives"

Newly elected Seattle City Council President Sara Nelson has proposed pay raises for police officers and tax breaks for businesses, aligning with Mayor Bruce Harrell and other council members on a public safety-focused agenda. Nelson, who took office in 2021 and quickly rose to council president, emphasizes the need for a positive environment for police and support for small businesses to ensure public safety, which she sees as crucial for the city's recovery. She also advocates for a culture shift in city spending, addressing a significant budget shortfall with a more pragmatic approach. The council is currently in the process of appointing a new member to replace Teresa Mosqueda, with applications open through the city's website.

via KOMO News|

##businesstaxbreaks #policepayraises

politics2 years ago•6 min saved

"Seattle City Council Inaugurates New Leadership with Nelson at the Helm"

The newly restructured Seattle City Council, under the leadership of newly elected President Sara Nelson, a former conservative outcast, has taken a more conservative and business-friendly direction. Nelson, known for her pro-police and pro-business stances, has restructured committees, notably dissolving the Renters' Rights committee. Council Member Rob Saka now chairs the Transportation Committee, Tammy Morales takes on the Land Use Committee, and Bob Kettle heads the Public Safety Committee. The council faces the task of appointing a new member due to Teresa Mosqueda's resignation, with the deadline for applications set for January 9. The council's new conservative approach is expected to influence key policy areas, including housing, transportation, public safety, and economic development.

via The Stranger|

##citypolitics #conservativeshift

politics2 years ago•1 min saved

"Seattle City Council Welcomes Fresh Faces and Elects New Leadership Amidst Calls for Stability"

Sara Nelson has been unanimously elected as the President of the Seattle City Council. With a commitment to collaborative governance, Nelson's tenure as a council member has been marked by efforts to ban drug possession in public, establish the Seattle Film Commission, sponsor police hiring incentives, expand drug treatment funding, and support economic initiatives for downtown Seattle. Her two-year term as Council President will involve setting the agenda, assigning legislation, and stepping in for the Mayor if necessary. Nelson, a small business owner and a 30-year resident of Seattle, expresses her honor in serving the city in this new capacity.

via Council Connection|

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